Technical Training Specialist III (Pharma Manufacturing)

TL;DR

Technical Training Specialist III (Pharma Manufacturing): Supporting the development and execution of training programs within a regulated manufacturing environment with an accent on compliance, OJT facilitation, and continuous improvement. Focus on administering competency-based training, partnering with SMEs to maintain content, and ensuring inspection readiness during quality events.

Location: Must be based in Research Triangle Park, NC

Salary: $77,000–$100,000

Company

A global biotechnology company dedicated to delivering life-changing medicines through a commitment to excellence and innovation.

What you will do

• Administer and maintain competency-based training programs, ensuring accurate assignment and tracking.
• Facilitate On-the-Job Training (OJT) across classroom, small group, and virtual environments.
• Partner with SMEs to develop and maintain training content aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Conduct training needs assessments and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a Training SME during quality events, investigations, and root cause analysis.
• Support inspection readiness, audits, and regulatory compliance efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in training or instructional delivery in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience administering training programs, including OJT and certification processes.
• Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), preferably Veeva and Articulate.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements such as cGMP and training compliance standards.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documentation.

Nice to have

• Experience in pharmaceutical or highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design.
• Experience supporting audits, inspections, and quality events.
• Ability to develop engaging training materials across multiple delivery formats.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
• 401(k) program with company-matched contributions.
• Generous paid time off including 15+ vacation days, end-of-year shutdown, and 12+ holidays.
• Paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per calendar year.
• Fitness and wellness programs with reimbursement options.